Use of Seoul’s unique advantages as a tourist destination

1. China is a tourism market that should be managed carefully. The implementation of the Tourism Act of China (10/1/2013) resulted in a change in the way Chinese tourists used tourist goods in Seoul.

In connection with the system of certifying good-quality tourist goods adopted by Seoul Metropolitan Government, Seoul will do its best to enhance the level of travel content, develop new tourist destinations, and include hands-on experiences for tourists.

The practice of travel agencies recommending goods to buy is now gone; hike in prices for tourist goods

Enhancement of the level of satisfaction with tourist goods

Drastic decrease in the number of tourist goods in Seoul

2. According to a 2013 survey of the status of foreign tourists visiting Seoul, more than 70% of Japanese visitors said that they had visited South Korea more than once. Many individual tourists said that had have visited the country more than 10 times.

Korea Tourist Police

The Korea Tourist Police unit was launched in October 2013. Stationed in popular tourist areas, such as Myeongdong, Itaewon, Dongdaemun, Insadong, Hongdae, Cheonggyecheon, and City Hall, this special police force provide diverse services for tourists and are charged with preventing crime and other illegal activities, handling complaints, and providing tourist assistance. A total of 101 tourist police have been selected through a highly competitive process and have pledged to do their best to ensure that all visitors to Korea have a safe and enjoyable trip.